Energy Performance Certificate
Flat 4, Northgate House
CO1 1LQ
COLCHESTER
Current
E
45
Potential
E
45
📅 Upcoming Regulation Change — Plan Ahead
The government has proposed raising the minimum EPC standard to C by 2028 for new rental tenancies and 2030 for all tenancies. This E-rated property would need to improve by two bands to comply. Acting now costs less and avoids deadline pressure.
Now
E
Current rating
Target (2028)
C
Minimum required
Achievable
E
With improvements
Running Costs: How This Property Compares
This Property
£1,198
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£1,198
potential per year
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About This E-Rated Property
This flat is located in COLCHESTER, CO1 1LQ. The property offers 73m² (786 sq ft) of modest-sized living space. The property has an EPC rating of E (45/100), which is below average but still meets minimum rental requirements. Estimated annual energy costs are £1198, comprising £870 for heating, £278 for hot water, and £50 for lighting. The property produces 4.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 14 Jul 2016
Building Elements — Improvement Opportunities
Poor and average-rated elements are your biggest opportunities to raise the EPC score and cut bills.
🧱 Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.30 W/m+é-¦K
🏗️ Roof
(other premises above)
🪟 Windows
High performance glazing
📦 Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.74 W/m+é-¦K
🔥 Heating
Room heaters, electric
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
NaN% low energy — Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
Flat 4
Northgate House
CO1 1LQ
COLCHESTER
Property Type
Flat
NO DATA!
Construction Age
NO DATA!
Floor Area
73.0 m²
NaN total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
4.0 tonnes/year
Energy Consumption
324 kWh/m²/year
E-Rated Properties in COLCHESTER
COLCHESTER has a mix of older and newer housing stock. E-rated properties in this area typically pre-date modern insulation standards but are strong candidates for improvement — particularly insulation and heating system upgrades, which can lift ratings by two or more bands.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Room heaters, electric
£870 /yr
🚿 Hot Water
£278 /yr
💡 Lighting
NaN% low energy
£50 /yr
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
North Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
St John's Green Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
St Helena School
SecondaryLast inspected: Dec 2017
St Thomas More's Catholic Primary School, Colchester
PrimarySt James' Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2019
Colchester Royal Grammar School
SecondaryHamilton Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2014
Queen Boudica Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
About school ratings: Ofsted ratings range from Outstanding to Inadequate. These ratings are based on inspections of teaching quality, leadership, pupil behavior, and safety. Note that school catchment areas vary - check with the school or local council for admission details.
Data source: School information from Get Information About Schools (GIAS). Distances are approximate. Always verify school catchment areas directly with the school or local education authority.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 69 Mbps
Download Speed
Upload Speed
Available Providers
What do these speeds mean? 10-30 Mbps: Good for browsing and streaming. 30-100 Mbps: Great for multiple users and HD streaming. 100-300 Mbps: Excellent for 4K streaming and gaming. 300+ Mbps: Perfect for large households and heavy internet use.
Data source: Broadband speeds are from Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 report (July 2025 release). Data shows typical speeds available in this postcode area. Actual speeds at this specific property may vary depending on line quality, distance from exchange, and chosen provider. Always verify availability with providers before committing.
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About this EPC: Energy Performance Certificates are valid for 10 years and are required when a property is built, sold, or rented.
Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.
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